Va-LEND Advanced Medium Term Trainee

Issued by Virginia Commonwealth University

Earners are well versed in working with children with neurodevelopmental disabilities and special health care needs, as well as their families and professionals involved in their care. Earners completed the Family Mentorship Experience, clinical observations, and have participated in disability policy activities. They have clinical or work experience with or on behalf of children with developmental disabilities.

Type Certification
Level Intermediate
Time Months

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Earning Criteria

Complete application process.
Complete individualized program based on a combination of clinical & other training experiences (150 hours). This includes participation in the Family Mentorship Experience requiring observation of 2 LEND Interdisciplinary Clinics and 2 Clinics at Children's Hospital of Richmond; & investigate public policy initiatives as they apply to children & youth with disabilities & their families, either through attendance at the annual Disability Policy Forum or at state/nat'l events on policy in action.